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Hamilton Souther - Making of a Modern Shaman: Safety, Education & the Future of Psychedelics Aug 12, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Hamilton Souther, a master shaman and innovator in plant medicine.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-260-hamilton-souther/?ref=278

Hamilton shares his journey from the tech-driven San Jose Bay Area to the Amazon, where he found his calling in shamanic plant medicine. He discusses founding Blue Morpho, the first healing center in the Peruvian Amazon focused on Amazonian natural medicine, and emphasizes the importance of education, lineage, and safety in shamanic practices.

Hamilton explores the differences between psychedelic guides and shamans, and shares his vision of bringing greater education, standardization, and safety to the psychedelic renaissance.

In 2002 at the age of 23, after graduating University in Anthropology, Hamilton Souther opened Blue Morpho, the first healing center in the Peruvian Amazon focusing on Amazonian natural medicine and the sustainable use of Amazonian Visionary Medicines.

Hamilton is a bridge between ancient wisdom and cutting-edge innovation, fully immersed in the modern world. With a foot in Web3 and AI, he is not just keeping pace with the future; he is helping to shape it. He is on a mission to awaken consciousness and technology for the betterment of humanity.

Highlights:

Upbringing, education, and journey to the Amazon
The rigorous path of an Ayahuasca apprentice
Involvement in the shamanic revolution
Pioneering ayahuasca jungle tours with Blue Morpho
Integrating shamanic plant medicine into Western society
Shaman vs. guide: Crucial distinctions in psychedelic work
Inside Blue Morpho Academy's innovative programs
Elevating safety and standards in the psychedelic renaissance

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Tricia Eastman - Seeding Consciousness: Ancestral Wisdom Meets Modern Healing Aug 06, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Tricia Eastman, medicine woman and founder of Ancestral Medicine Heart.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-259-tricia-eastman/?ref=278

Tricia shares her journey through the world of plant medicine and psychedelics, offering insights from her initiations into the Bwiti tradition and her experiences as a medicine woman.

Tricia discusses her new book, 'Seeding Consciousness', detailing the challenges and revelations encountered during the writing process. She also unveils her vision for a wellness retreat center currently under construction in the Azores, exploring how this project aligns with her mission to integrate ancestral wisdom with modern healing practices.

Throughout the conversation, Tricia and Paul delve into the transformative power of psychedelics, their potential for personal and collective evolution, and the importance of responsible use in catalyzing positive change. They explore how these powerful medicines can be safely integrated into our culture to foster healing, creativity, and spiritual growth.

Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridging worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. A renowned speaker, artist, and writer, Eastman has been privileged to engage with audiences at Stanford University's d.school, the World Economic Forum, and on GAIA TV's Psychedelica. Eastman has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines as well as facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Her wellness retreat center, Hu Azores, is scheduled to open in late 2025.

Highlights:
Tricia's connection to Asheville, North Carolina
Early life and introduction to psychedelics
Medicine woman's journey: Tricia's path and experiences in plant medicine
Committing to a life of service to the medicine
Iboga initiations with the Bwiti tradition in Gabon
'Seeding Consciousness': Key themes and challenges in writing Tricia's new book
The journey starting Tricia's retreat center, Hu Azores
"Eating the medicine right off the land": The vision for the retreat center

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Jenny Martin, Ed.D. - The Psychedelic Cervix: Entrainment, DMT, & Trance State Sex Jul 29, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Dr. Jenny Martin to explore the transformative power of female pleasure through psychedelics and non-psychedelic altered states.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-258-jenny-martin-edd/?ref=278

Dr. Martin shares her connection to Ireland's mystical traditions and the hidden wisdom of sacred sex in Christianity. She delves into her journey of reclaiming her sexuality, the role of presence, nervous system regulation, and the significance of the cervix in experiencing divine states of bliss.

Dr. Jenny Martin envisions a world where the mystical informs everyday life. She created the Psychedelic Cervix Course and the Psychedelic Sex Course for Couples, teaching access to mystical states while sober. Her teaching emphasizes the importance of set & setting and is grounded in both science and ancient wisdom.

Born in Ireland and educated by nuns, she challenges toxic beliefs around pleasure and spirituality. Her work reconciles sacred sexuality with Christian teachings, exploring the hidden wisdom in the story of Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Jenny's forthcoming book delves into the transformative potential of ecstatic sexual experiences.

Highlights:

Recovering Ireland's mystical traditions
Sacred sexuality in Christianity
Healing through sacred sex
Demystifying divine sexual union
Psychedelic Cervix: entrainment, DMT, & "trance state sex"

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JM Ryerson - The Power of Growth Mindset: Leadership, Coaching, & Ayahuasca Jul 23, 2024

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Host Paul F. Austin welcomes JM Ryerson to discuss his journey from entrepreneurship to coaching and the profound impact of plant medicine on his life and leadership.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-257-jm-ryerson/?ref=278

JM shares how ayahuasca fueled his spiritual awakening and connection to spirituality, emphasizing discernment in business and the power of a growth mindset. He also highlights the value of openness to new perspectives and the transformative role of psychedelics for leaders. Join us for insights on "upgrading your life," leadership, and the significance of vulnerability.

JM Ryerson founded and sold 3 businesses and is now helping leadership teams do the same. He is a Leadership & Performance Coach, International Speaker, host of the Let's Go Win podcast, and Best Selling Author of the books "Let's Go Win", "Champion's Daily Playbook", and "Upgrade". JM has been building companies and leading sales teams for over 20 years. He is the co-founder and CEO of Let's Go Win whose mission is to increase leadership, enhance culture, and help teams achieve peak performance. JM's great passions are inspiring people to live their best lives and become open to what life has in store for them. His ultimate goal is to give others the tools that will allow them to transcend their self-limiting beliefs. JM was raised in Montana and lives in Boca Raton, Florida with his wife Lisa and their two amazing boys.

Highlights:

The deeper meaning of 'Let's Go Win'
JM's journey into entrepreneurship
The importance of discernment in business partnerships
How JM's recent ayahuasca journey impacted his life
Tapping into spirituality, lineage, and new perspectives
Transition into coaching
Going beyond prescribed processes in coaching
The value of aligning with coaching clients
Sharing life lessons through writing books
Final thoughts on psychedelics and leadership

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Let's Go Win

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Zappy Zapolin - Ketamine, Ibogaine, & Microdosing: A Path of Transformation Jul 16, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes back futurist and entrepreneur Zappy Zapolin, a guest from the early days of the show.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-256-zappy-zapolin/?ref=278

Zappy discusses the urgent need for accessible natural plant medicines for mental health and addiction treatment, highlighting his experiences with ketamine and the innovative concept of 'ketitation' group katamine journeys. He shares insights on how ketamine enhances neural pathways and fosters empathy, and the potential of ibogaine for breaking addiction patterns. Join us for a transformative conversation on the future of mental health.

Zappy Zapolin is a futurist, entrepreneur, and award-winning filmmaker recognized for his expertise in psychedelic therapies. Playboy magazine dubbed him "The man who wants to change the world with psychedelics." He directed the documentaries "The Reality of Truth" and "Lamar Odom: Reborn", and founded the Mind Army, which aims to legalize psychedelic medicines. Zappy began his career on Wall Street as the youngest vice president in the history of Bear Stearns and has consistently identified major trends, including internet domains" names, legal cannabis, and the psychedelic economy.

Highlights:

Intro to Zappy and his mission with psychedelics
Spreading awareness about iboga for treating addiction
'Ketitation' group ketamine journeys
Understanding the addictive potential of ketamine
Raising awareness of and educating about the healing potential of ibogaine and ketamine
Breaking addiction patterns with ibogaine
Powerful accounts of ibogaine's healing potential
Psychedelics as a solution in the "11th hour" of humanity

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Jillian Acosta, RD, LDN - Transforming Eating Disorders: From Body Dysmorphia to Self-Acceptance Jul 08, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Jillian Acosta to share her transformative healing journey through psychedelics.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-255-jillian-acosta/

Jillian, a registered dietitian, reveals how ketamine and cannabis therapy helped her overcome childhood trauma, disordered eating, and body dysmorphia. She discusses the profound impact of removing her breast implants and offers insights into creating safety within oneself and fostering healthier relationships. Jillian also highlights the power of storytelling and the potential of psychedelics like ayahuasca for deep healing.

Jillian Acosta, a registered dietitian, specializes in functional medicine and the psychology of eating. Owner of the nutrition private practice, The Root Cause Method, she guides clients towards health and vitality in unconventional ways. Jillian believes many of the chronic illnesses exacerbated by obesity are deeply rooted in trauma. In her practice, she collaborates with physicians who administer ketamine, using this powerful tool as a means to help her clients transform their relationship with food, feelings and Self. Uprooting what shapes our relationship with food is essential, in her experience, for reversing and preventing chronic illness, and can lead to true embodiment, fulfillment, and connection.

Highlights:

Jillian's journey of healing and transformation
Using psychedelics for eating disorder recovery
The Garden: Jillian's one-on-one program
Unlocking self-love through the hidden gifts in the wound
The profound healing experience of removing breast implants
Creating safety: transforming relationships
Approaching conversations about eating disorders with loved ones
Specific medicines for healing eating disorders
Defining the Root Cause Method

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Mark Divine - Warrior Wisdom: SEAL Training, Meditation, & Psychedelics Jul 01, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes retired Navy SEAL commander Mark Divine.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-254-mark-divine/

Mark shares his journey to becoming a SEAL, emphasizing the transformative power of meditation and nature. He discusses the role of preparatory work, such as meditation and therapy, before engaging with psychedelics and highlights how these practices help navigate intense psychedelic states. Mark also delves into his daily practices, ongoing PhD research in global leadership, and his upcoming book 'Uncommon,' which focuses on principles for an extraordinary life.

Mark Divine is an entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, philanthropist, and one of the world's top leadership and coaching experts. After a successful 20-year career as a Navy SEAL and SEAL Commander, Mark was hired by the Navy to create a nationwide coaching and leadership program for the SEALs. The bold goal of this program was to give the SEALs the best leadership and mental management tools in the world—to help them forge unbeatable SEAL teams that achieve mission success in the most stressful and challenging environments on earth.

Mark's leadership and coaching program for the SEALs was so effective that it's now being used outside of the Navy by top CEOs, Fortune 100 companies, USA Olympics, elite universities, major league sports franchises, celebrities, and successful individuals worldwide.

Mark is the author of five best-selling books and hosts a #1-ranked podcast, "Mark Divine's Unbeatable Mind." He founded five successful companies: Unbeatable Mind, SEALFIT, NavySEALs.com, USCrossFit, and the award-winning Coronado Brewing Company in California.

As a philanthropist, Mark founded the Courage Foundation to help wounded Veterans who are suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). Recently, Mark and his team at the Courage Foundation set a world record by completing over 22 million burpees to raise awareness, support, and funding for Veteran heroes.

Highlights:

Meditation, martial arts, and becoming a Navy SEAL commander
What it means to be a warrior
Approaching psychedelics with integrity
Taking control of your mind
Integrating Eastern and Western mind-body practices
Staying grounded in a chaotic world
Mark's new book, "Uncommon"

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Stephanie Wang - Kanna for Wellbeing: A Natural SSRI & Psychedelic Integration Tool Jun 17, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin talks with Stephanie Wang, founder and CEO of KA! Empathogenics.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-252-stephanie-wang/

Stephanie shares her journey from finance to plant medicine, including her involvement at The Alchemist's Kitchen.

Paul and Stephanie discuss the unique benefits of kanna, its comparison to SSRIs, and KA!'s intentional branding. Stephanie also highlights the importance of education and community in the kanna space. She closes by sharing her vision for KA!, touching on exciting new research into kanna.

Stephanie Wang is passionate about the power of plants and evolving consciousness. She is the Founder and CEO of KA! Empathogenics, with a mission to restore full-spectrum aliveness for all beings. KA! offers 100% plant-based empathogenic supplements featuring kanna - a heart-opening succulent from South Africa that is clinically proven to activate an immediate sense of grounded energy, helping people feel more alive, capable and connected as they navigate everyday stress.

Previously Stephanie was the President of The Alchemist's Kitchen and Director of Evolver, a conscious lifestyle company in New York. She was also a documentary and narrative film producer. A native Hong Konger, Stephanie began her career in corporate finance on Wall Street and was a number one ranked equity analyst in the retail sector with HSBC Securities, Hong Kong.

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Highlights:

From a career in finance to evolving consciousness
The evolution of the Evolver Network and The Alchemist's Kitchen
Stephanie's first kanna experience
Kanna as an ally for daily wellbeing, psychedelic integration, and more
Is kanna an alternative to SSRIs?
KA!'s branding, design, and educational efforts
The unique sensation of KA!'s ingredients
Stephanie's vision for KA! and the outlook of future kanna research

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KA!'s 30-Day "Journey Into The Heart" Bundle (next journey starts 6/30/24)

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Brandon Evans - Ayahuasca for Leaders: Crafting Powerful Group Healing Containers Jun 12, 2024

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Brandon Evans, founder of 1heart Journeys, to discuss the transformative power of plant medicine and the importance of community in healing.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-251-brandon-evans/

Brandon shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to leading retreats. He discusses the importance of experience design at 1heart's retreats.

Paul and Brandon explore managing group dynamics, supporting first-time ayahuasca drinkers, and the unique healing environment of Costa Rica. Brandon also reflects on fatherhood and his vision for 1heart's future, focusing on lasting community and personal transformation.

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Brandon Evans is the Founder and Chief Elevation Officer of 1heart. Before 1heart, his path of building large tech companies in New York led him to financial success but lacked greater meaning, fulfillment, and joy. When his article "Lost on Purpose" unexpectedly went viral, Brandon was called to serve all those with similar stories reaching out for support. Brandon founded 1heart to create new paths for leaders seeking more fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. By elevating the consciousness of powerful leaders, their contributions create greater positive impact, harmony, and balance in the world. In its 6th year, 1heart's 8-week Living Beyond Program, which includes a 1-week retreat with ayahuasca in Costa Rica, has served nearly 1,000 leaders. 1heart is known for its deeply integrated and holistic offering and inspiring community. 1heart combines top facilitators across modern and ancient modalities to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being via a highly curated, best-in-class program. Brandon lives in Costa Rica with his wife Jeanette and their recently born daughter Spirit. Individually and together, they lead retreats and create experiences that support others in creating lives fully aligned with their soul's calling.

Highlights:

Brandon's entrepreneurial journey and the creation of 1heart Journeys
Expanding 1heart Journeys and adapting to COVID-19
The impacts of experience design in a psychedelic retreat
Ensuring harmony and cohesion in group healing containers
Accommodating first time ayahuasca drinkers, and navigating language and cultural barriers
How Brandon's own journey has evolved running 1heart and becoming a father`
The appeal of Costa Rica for running a retreat and starting a family
1heart success stories: leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and more
Brandon's future vision for 1heart Journeys

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Nichol R. Bradford - Revolutionizing Human Potential: The Nexus of Psychedelics, Tech, & Consciousness Jun 03, 2024

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Paul F. Austin welcomes Nichol Bradford, founder of Transformative Tech, for an enlightening discussion on psychedelics, technology, and human potential.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-250-nichol-r-bradford/

Nichol shares her journey from the tech industry to pioneering a community dedicated to human flourishing.

Discover how psychedelics integrate with tech and consciousness, the lessons nature teaches us, and the impact of AI on our future.

Nichol R. Bradford stands at the forefront of human potential and AI, accelerating human transformation through technology investments, research, and global thought leadership. Today, Nichol serves as Executive-in-Residence for AI + HI at The Society for Human Resource Management, shaping global thinking on Human-AI collaboration. She is also Co-Founder and Partner of Niremia Collective, an early stage venture fund focused on human potential technologies, and she co-founded TransformativeTech.org, the largest global ecosystem of founders, investors and innovators building tech for human flourishing.

Previously, as a senior interactive entertainment executive, Nichol held strategy, operations, marketing and production roles at major brands including Epic Games, Activision-Blizzard, Vivendi Games and Disney. She led operations for World of Warcraft China and Blizzard properties in China, played a key role on the Vivendi team responsible for the landmark $18B Activision-Blizzard merger deal, and helped produce record-breaking events in the metaverse at Epic Games.

Nichol has an MBA from The Wharton School, is Faculty at Singularity University, a Trustee at CIIS, and has been a Lecturer and Adjunct Professor at Stanford University. Moving forward, Nichol is focused on advancing human potential through ethical and empowering AI -- catalyzing a global ecosystem of innovators to create technology for human thriving.

Highlights Nichol's background and the origin of Transformative Tech The integration of psychedelics into the tech and consciousness spaces The role of technology in remembering our connection to nature Exploring the impact of Artificial Intelligence on human potential The Impact of AGI on work and the redefinition of jobs The importance of experimentation and learning with AI

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